Every July, the quiet medieval city of Paderborn transforms into a nine-day frenzy of holy rituals and worldly celebration. But beneath the roar of the roller coasters and the clinking of the beer glasses hides a profound, thousand-year-old history of European diplomacy, stolen relics, and unbreakable traditions. Join us as we navigate the intoxicating collision of solemn Catholic devotion and massive street parties, uncovering the hidden historical threads that connect a modern fair with a peace treaty from the 9th century.
- 2.6 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 102 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in spirituality, myths & nature and society & everyday life Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
kept and the famous Libori-Tusch rings out.
dern culinary contrast to the traditional festival.
d serves as a historical boundary in front of the huge fairground.
of the peace pact with Le Mans from the year 836 AD.
Unter den Zindeln 5, Wernigerode, Germany
The main pedestrian gate into the city, which shows the sheer logistical feat and the demographic shifts in accommodating 1.4 million visitors.
Franziskanerplatz 5, Berchtesgaden, Germany
A Baroque church on a busy shopping street, where the holy procession forces the secular celebration into a deep, sudden silence.
They serve as a quiet retreat and are the scene of the final fireworks of the festival.
From Paderborn main station with local public transport towards Paderborn Cathedral. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the cathedral square. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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